2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 472 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8195 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
